The two-time defending 4A state champ and one-time international player is most likely the #1 choice for Indiana-based defenders. Her skill set, leadership and calm level of play are all attributes that coaches long for in their first contact recruits.

I think I first watched Cala Haffner play 15 Open when she was a 7th grader.  The libero out of Fort Wayne has played with maturity beyond her years for Pineapple High Performance.  She is now on the radar for USAV where she has been part of the Youth National squads.  Being form Fort Wayne, Indiana there are plenty of options to remain close to home.  Of course we hae IPFW right in Fort Wayne, but she has in state options in Big Ten programs in Indiana and Purdue.  Wisconsin could be looking for a libero in the 28 Class and Louisville down the road could be appealing for Haffner as well.  Either way, she is going to be the top pick in regard to liberos in the Class of 2028. 

If you’re going to have a list of All-Anything honors from this club season, the list should start with the #1 recruit in Indiana PrepDig in the class of ‘28. With international experience, a smooth and mature demeanor and a set of skills above and beyond your typical libero in this class, Cala should be the first libero off of the recruiting board come June 15.

I cannot stress this enough—-to already have international training and playing experience at such a young age is indispensable. Cala has that experience in droves, and her matter-of-fact demeanor when playing oozes confidence and commitment to the grind that is volleyball training. No other singular libero in the state, in any class, can do what Cala does for the top 17s squad in the state, and multiple Power Four coaches have more than taken notice this spring.

The #1 recruit in the class of ‘28 in the state of Indiana, Cala is the purest and most accurate passer and defender we have. She’s already seen international competition with some older age groups, and will continue on the pipeline toward the national team training roster to continue her ascended status. Cala is a can’t-miss prospect that is worth the watch no matter the competition or the tournament.

The stalwart bookend to all first contacts for this squad, Cala is clearly the best passer in the class of ‘28. You wouldn’t know from watching her, but she’s playing up a year and playing some of the toughest competition available to her this spring. As the tournament turned from Saturday to Sunday, things were made much simpler and play was kept in-system on her side much more because of her mere presence, let alone the value she brings in all aspects of being a libero at the next level.

A two-time defending 4A state champ, Cala is already playing at the next level, literally—-her experience representing the U-S-of-A last year proved just that, and should be the first libero off the board in the class of ‘28. Solid in serve receive, anticipatory on defense and acting as another coach on the floor, Cala’s ability to take over a match through the first contact has been proven time and again for those teams choosing to serve to her. The gap between her and the other defenders from Indiana in this class is wide; not too many in this (or any) class in Indiana play at Cala’s level.

As the top recruit in the class of ‘28, Cala’s international experience, paired with her all-state honors and two 4A state championship trophies, make her as elite as they come. Rarely do I bring attention to liberi in any of my articles, yet Cala breaks the mold and is one-of-one in the floor general category. With quick, deliberate footwork, a calm platform and near-perfection in her technique, Miss Haffner is part of the next generation of passers to come out of Indiana.

Easily the top recruit in the class of ‘28 and far-and-away the best passer in any class in Indiana currently uncommitted, Cala’s cool and calm demeanor combines with her leadership abilities into a libero package that is unrivaled. She’s already earned two 4A state championships in her first two high school seasons, with her most recent fall placing Carroll among the top ten nationally. She’s also got international experience under her belt, and is used to the pressure that comes with wearing the special jersey in high-stakes situations.

With international experience in hand, Cala’s presence at our Exposure Tour yesterday changed how teams with her (and against her) played. She’s calm, cool and hyper accurate with her passing, all while able to direct the drill around her to get the job done. A two-time defending state champ at Carroll, Cala’s immediate presence on PHP’s 17-1 will keep those ladies in-system for the majority of club season.